Important Information:
In-person tryouts will be used to select our 2025-26 EMU Cheer Team. We're looking forward to meeting energetic, hard-working athletes ready to lead the crowd!
Tryout Dates and Times:
Friday, May 23 — 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 24 — 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location:
George Gervin GameAbove Center
799 N Hewitt Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Cost:
$20 per athlete – paid in person upon arrival.
Please bring either exact cash or a check made out to Eastern Michigan University.
Once you register, you will receive an email with a detailed schedule and any material required for tryout day!
Register here: Tryout Form
Tumbling Preferences:
We want to see your best skills!
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Standing tuck
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Cartwheel tuck
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Jump to back handspring
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At least two connected standing back handsprings
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Round-off connected back handsprings
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Round-off to layout
Stunting Preferences:
Athletes may be asked to demonstrate the following during tryouts:
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Full up
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Switch up
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Extended liberty*
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Full down dismount
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Pop-off dismount*
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Kick full dismount
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Toe touch basket
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Any twisting basket
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Tuck basket
Skills marked with an asterisk (*) are required.
What We Look For in a Teammate:
We're building a team of athletes who are:
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Open-minded
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Eager to learn
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Driven to improve
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Kind and cooperative
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Willing to try new skills and positions
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Hard-working
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Confident with strong game day presence
Appearance Guidelines:
Please wear appropriate practice attire in school colors (green, black, white, or gray) with cheer shoes.
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Hair: Half-up, straight or curled
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No jewelry or piercings allowed
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Males: Plain black or EMU t-shirt with black athletic shorts
We can't wait to meet our future Eagles and welcome the 2025-26 EMU Cheer Team!